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$515+ Cheap flights from South Africa to New York State

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JFK
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to New York flight deals. Data was last updated November 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$774
(oojo)

One-way from

$515
(Ovago)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$895
From South Africa to New York
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/231:35 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Thu 1/11:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/25$806
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/165:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mKenya Airways
Tue 1/131:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop19h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/24$814
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/181:35 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Tue 1/201:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/26$821
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/165:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mKenya Airways
Mon 1/121:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop19h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/25$824
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2410:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop28h 40mDelta
Thu 1/156:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop31h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/26$826
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/310:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop31h 55mDelta
Sun 5/312:25 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop25h 15mDelta
Deal found 11/24$828
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1511:59 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop26h 21mDelta
Sun 1/118:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop29h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/24$830
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/31:35 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Thu 1/11:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/23$832
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/310:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop28h 40mDelta
Wed 6/38:30 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops32h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/25$835
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/239:55 pmJNB - LGA
2 stops26h 49mDelta
Tue 1/205:00 pmLGA - JNB
1 stop19h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/26$840
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:55 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop22h 04mDelta
Tue 1/202:30 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop21h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/26$845
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/239:55 pmJNB - LGA
1 stop24h 15mDelta
Mon 1/194:00 pmLGA - JNB
2 stops23h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/26$845

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to New York State that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/15

10:00 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop25h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/20

9:05 am-10:25 am

1 stop19h 20m

$820

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/1

10:00 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop23h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/15

9:50 pm-10:25 am

1 stop29h 35m

$820

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/21

9:55 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop32h 47m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/28

4:00 pm-8:10 am

2 stops33h 10m

$831

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

10:00 pm-10:23 pm

2 stops31h 23m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/7

12:27 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop25h 13m

$833

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/16

10:00 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops27h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/23

1:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$833

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/14

1:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

Newark

Mon 4/27

10:55 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$834

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/21

9:55 pm-2:19 pm

1 stop23h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/28

12:25 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$834

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/24

10:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/30

1:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop28h 05m

$837

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/23

9:55 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop24h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/20

5:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$840

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/15

7:20 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop28h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/28

5:45 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$841

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to New York

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to New York State

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to State of New York?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to State of New York (average of $625). Flying from South Africa to State of New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $828). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to NY?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 26, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Africa to State of New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 3% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to State of New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from South Africa to New York. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to State of New York flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated November 26, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from South Africa to New York State. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,423 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
287 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,539 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to State of New York?

    For as low as $820, British Airways can have you in State of New York from South Africa in 25h. South Africa and State of New York are separated by a distance of 7967 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to State of New York one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $535. Users have also found prices from $564 and $620 on Kenya Airways and Emirates, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to New York flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to State of New York?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to State of New York (average of $625). Flying from South Africa to State of New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $828). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from South Africa to New York

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to New York. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$699Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$785Average$1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$787Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
KLMCheapest$789Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$817Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$846Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$919Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$947Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,005Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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